Diego Simeone and Vinicius Junior clashed in Real Madrid’s defeat of Atletico Madrid (Picture: Movistar)A furious war of words broke out between Vinicius Junior and Diego Simeone as Real Madrid saw off Atletico Madrid to reach the Spanish Super Cup final. Both Vinicius and Simeone were seen spewing venom and gesticulating towards one another, with viewers initially unaware of what was being said between Atleti’s hot-headed manager and the Brazilian. The pair almost came to blows in the first half (Picture: Movistar)The Atleti boss refused to leave Vinicius alone on the touchline (Picture: Movistar)Simeone’s taunts come amid mounting speculation over Vinicius’ Madrid future, with the forward now without a goal in 15 games in all competitions. Alonso was deeply unhappy with Simeone’s antics on the touchline (Picture: Getty)‘I heard what Simeone said to Vini, and I didn’t like it,’ Alonso told reporters. Arrow MORE: Declan Rice tipped for shock Real Madrid transfer by former Spain internationalArrow MORE: Gary Neville names two surprise managers he ‘likes’ for Man Utd job

Source: Metro January 08, 2026 22:17 UTC